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Board Meetings
Under provisions of the Illinois Pension Code, an election will be held to fill the office of Active Firefighter Member Trustee of The Retirement Board. The position will become vacant on December 1, 2024, because of the expiration of the term of an incumbent. Ballots will be mailed to all active members eligible to vote no later than September 18, 2024.
Click here to see the posted election notice for more details
All members are encouraged to exercise their right to vote.
The spring Pre-Retirement Seminar was another success! We received great feedback on the speakers, topics, and venue. The date and location for the Fall Pre-Retirement Seminar will be September 28, 2024, at the Wintrust Scout Lounge and Auditorium, Guaranteed Rate Field. The seminar will cover the FABF application process, healthcare options in retirement, social security, wills and estate planning, wellness, long-term care planning, deferred compensation utilization, and overall financial planning. Please contact the Fund at (312) 726-5823 or via email at seminar@fabf.org to confirm participation - seating is limited to 120 and spouses are welcome.
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Please note that these forms are draft forms and are to be used as tools in compiling your estate plan. Prior to executing, we recommend you consult with an attorney and tax professional to ensure that you are making decisions that are in the best interest of you and your estate. Please note that these forms may need to be updated based on Illinois law and we encourage you to confirm with an attorney and tax professional prior to execution.
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